New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program Ophthalmology Residency
Ophthalmology residency program in Valhalla, New York, sponsored by New York Medical College.
See how you matchAbout New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program
- ACGME code
- 2403521107
- Program director
- Sankara Mahesh
- Location
- Valhalla, New York
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- IMG residents
- 21.4%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program is a university Based Ophthalmology residency program in Valhalla, New York, sponsored by New York Medical College.
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 21.4% of current residents, compared with a median of 0% across Ophthalmology programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 40 hours a week in their first year.
Requirements and screening
USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.
- Step 2 CK minimum score
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Applications and interviews
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates75%
- US DO graduates4%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Sankara Mahesh
- Program coordinator
- Donna Boucher
- Coordinator phone
- (914) 493-7671
- Program phone
- (914) 847-6783
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- New York Medical College
100 Woods Road Macy Pavilion, Room 1300 Valhalla, NY 10595 Open in Google Maps
New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions
Does New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program sponsor visas?
Yes. New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?
About 21.4% of residents at New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Ophthalmology program has 0% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program located?
New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program is located at 100 Woods Road Macy Pavilion, Room 1300 Valhalla, NY 10595. Its sponsoring institution is New York Medical College.
Who is the program director of New York Medical College at Westchester Medical Center Program?
The program director is Sankara Mahesh. The program coordinator, Donna Boucher, is the usual contact for application questions.